index  
coursenewsroomcompanycontact

 
 
  Wound Bed Preparation
  Application
    Scaffold Remodeling
 
    Hematoma
    Fluid accumulation
    Purulence/infection
    Summary
Summary
   


Inspection and Care of the Site
Previous Previous | Next Next


During the early stages of development take note of the following:

  • Remove all dressings to inspect INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing sites, seams, and edges for evidence of hematomas, fluid accumulation, infection/purulence, and areas of non-take.
  • If used, re-moisten antimicrobial dressings after INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing inspection. Irrigation tubing can be used to re-moisten or re-apply without removing dressings.
  • Re-moisten or re-apply antimicrobial dressings as needed, typically every eight hours, or more often for dry climates
  • Replace or change antimicrobial dressings at least every three days. Note: For heavily draining wounds, more frequent dressing changes may be necessary.

When removing dressings to inspect INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing sites, care should be taken to avoid dislodgement. As you gain experience with INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing, your frequency of inspection and dressing changes is likely to change from this schedule.

Movement / Outpatient Care

As shearing will result in the NON-TAKE of INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing, the goal for the staff and patient is to minimize these forces on the INTEGRA™ Matrix Wound Dressing site. Bolsters, splints, casts and Ace Wrap compression will help protect from friction and will reduce the likelihood of the product shearing from the excised bed.

 

 
Previous Previous | Next Next

© Copyright 2010 Integra LifeSciences Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Terms of Use • Privacy Policy